Haverford Area YMCA Youth Programs

Haverford Area YMCA Youth Programs offers swim lessons for all ages, including a six-stage program taught by YMCA trained and certified instructors. It also offers private and semi-private swim lessons for kids age 3 and above, special needs swim lessons at select Y locations, and a stroke and turn clinic for swimmers who have advanced through YMCA Swim Lessons and can swim a length of the pool in both front and back crawl. The program also includes open swim, lap swimming, water walking, family swim, sports for preschool to high school, dance, art, science, music, and martial arts.

Programs

• Swim Lessons — all ages · YMCA trained and certified instructors cover swimming skills, stroke technique, and water safety in a friendly and encouraging environment. All ages can learn with the six stage program.
• Private & Semi-Private Swim Lessons — kids age 3 and above · Private and semi-private lessons for all swimming abilities. 30-minute lessons are scheduled with an instructor and participant(s).
• Special Needs Swim Lessons — Offered at select Y locations. Facilities are accessible for everyone and provide specialty equipment to serve every member’s ability level.
• Stroke and Turn Clinic — Designed for swimmers who have advanced through YMCA Swim Lessons and are able to swim a length of the pool of both front and back crawl.
• Swimming at the Y — all ages · Includes open swim, lap swimming, water walking, family swim, and more.
• Sports — preschool to high school · Athletes can work with coaches while learning the Y's core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
• Dance — Ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, or modern classes.
• Art, Science, and Music — children · Programs focused on problem-solving, critical thinking, and attention to detail.
• Martial Arts — Designed to help students improve focus, self-discipline, physical fitness, and confidence.
• Programs for Kids and Adults — Programs and classes for children and adults; the Y says its programs are about building character, challenging yourself, and trying to be your best.

At a glance

• Ages: 0–18 years old
• Current session: Late Fall Program Session (Nov 2–Dec 20, 2026); Winter Program Session (Jan 4–Feb 21, 2027); Early Spring Program Session (Mar 1–Apr 18, 2027); Late Spring Program Session (Apr 26–Jun 13, 2027); Summer Program Session (Jun 21–Aug 15, 2027); Early Fall Program Session (Sep 7–Oct 24, 2027)
• Facility hours: Regular Hours Mon-Thu 5:00 AM-10:00 PM; Fri 5:00 AM-9:00 PM; Sat-Sun 7:00 AM-7:00 PM. Today's Hours 7:00 AM-7:00 PM.

About the provider

The Y says its programs are about building character, challenging yourself, and trying to be your best. It also offers opportunities to get involved through volunteering and membership, and it hosts rotating events year-round as well as fundraisers, donation drives, and specialty programs.

Members and non-members need a Y online account to register for programs, sports teams, child care, and summer camp. Programs can be registered for in person at the membership desk. There are no classes held on holidays, and affected classes are prorated at the time of payment.

What families say

“The expertise of his instructor, her patience, humor and how well she worked with my son and all of the other children. You can tell she really loves what she does and I hope my son has her again as an instructor.” — Parent, Willow Grove

“I was able to see measurable and clear improvement in my 2 year old's swimming ability and confidence in the water. I am very impressed with the skills she developed at such a young age. We'll be back for more!” — Parent, Boyertown

“My son started lessons at the Y in May not knowing how to swim at all. After his last lesson this past weekend, he is swimming underwater totally on his own and is SO confident in the water.” — Parent, Upper Perkiomen Valley

Last updated October 24, 2026.